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What It Means: Iran Vows Wider Response as Nov. 3 Nears
Iran’s supreme leader says his military will widen its target list while reports point to possible U.S. strikes right after the Nov. 3 midterms.…
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Trump Waives Russia Sanctions and Tariffs Before They Take Effect
President Donald Trump waived major Russia-related sanctions and tariffs that were days from starting, according to the Spokesman-Review. The waiver covers duties on Russian…
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Treasury Fines Bank of America $1.2 Billion Over Money Laundering Rules
The U.S. Treasury Department on Oct. 13 announced more than $1.2 billion in penalties against Bank of America for anti-money-laundering and sanctions violations. It…
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Russian Diesel Deal Draws Fire From Both Parties
Lawmakers in both parties criticized President Donald Trump’s deal to let Russian diesel into U.S. and global markets, and some Republicans joined the opposition.…
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Trump Announces Energy Ceasefire Between Russia and Ukraine
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday, Oct. 11, that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an immediate energy ceasefire. Ukraine’s president said the announcement…
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Former Defense Chief Esper Sees Iran War Lasting Into 2027
Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Oct. 8 that the U.S.-Iran war could run well into 2027 and may pass to the next…
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Rubio Announces Financial Sanctions on the International Criminal Court
On Oct. 9, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced financial sanctions on the International Criminal Court itself, the first U.S. move against the institution…
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